Excitement is building as Nintendo, in collaboration with Retro Studios and guidebook publishing company Piggyback, announces the launch of the Metroid Prime art book, set to hit shelves in Summer 2025. This eagerly awaited publication will delve into the rich 20-year history of the Metroid Prime series, offering fans a comprehensive look at the behind-the-scenes development of these iconic games.
Covering Metroid Prime 1-3
The "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book promises to be a treasure trove for enthusiasts, featuring an array of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations" from the Metroid Prime series, as highlighted on Piggyback's website. This isn't just a visual feast; it's a deep dive into the creative process behind Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered, providing invaluable context and perspective on their development.
Beyond the stunning artwork and developers' sketches, the book includes several special features:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime
- An introduction to each game penned by Retro Studios
- Producers' anecdotes, commentaries, and insights on the artwork
- A premium stitch-bound art book on sheet-fed art paper, encased in a cloth hardcover with Samus etched in metallic foil
- Available in a single hardcover edition
Spanning 212 pages, this art book offers readers an exclusive glimpse into the creation of these four games and the inspirations that fueled their development. Priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95, it's a must-have for fans. Keep an eye on Piggyback's website for availability updates, as it's not yet available for purchase.
Nintendo’s Past Collaboration with Piggyback
This isn't the first time Piggyback has worked with Nintendo. The company previously produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, which have been invaluable resources for players navigating the vast world of Hyrule, collecting every item, and completing all quests.
These guides are comprehensive, covering everything from Korok seed locations to detailed information on weapons and armor. The Breath of the Wild guide even included extensive coverage of its DLCs, such as The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad.
While the upcoming Metroid Prime art book isn't an official guide, Piggyback's proven track record in creating visually stunning and informative content for the latest Zelda titles bodes well for what fans can expect from this new collaboration.
